Tuesday, June 28, 2011

IFB PROJECT #2: LET’S GET POETIC
A Haiku is a Japanese short poem made up of 3 phrases with 17 syllables in it divided into 5, 7, 5.Example:We come together
As independent bloggers
To share our knowledgeWe want you to pick something out of your closet you love and write a haiku about it. Whether it be a pair of shoes or a dress, get creative!

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Wondrous red coat

Hidden silk taffeta swish

Waiting for cold nights

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I designed, draped, and sewed this coat my senior year at OTIS. It was for a project mentored by David Hayes.Here is my illustration from then:

While online at my pal Lisa's desk at the HQ of Pendleton, I discovered that I made the IFB Project Roundup list with the post about my grandmother's dress.

[the next day]

Here is what Nubia wrote:[dead linked photo removed]

"The amazing thing for me about wearing something with sentimental value is the feeling I get while wearing it. It brings back a specific memory of when it was given to me and it’s a beautiful thing. Perhaps everyone doesn’t feel the same way I do, but I believe it’s essential to cherish the smaller things in life. I’d pick something with a lot of value to me over something designer with no problem."

IFB PROJECT ROUND UP:

Lost in Translation: Check out the story behind this charm bracelet Linda’s mother gave her for her birthday.

Monday, June 20, 2011

text: My grandmother's hand tailored dress from British Hong KongThe First IFB Project Task: Find a prized possession a family member gave you. Something you hold near and dear to your heart. Whether it be a necklace, a blouse or even a piece of furniture. What makes it’s special to you?

My Aunt Ricky gave me this when I moved to Manhattan in 1977. It was her mother's (my paternal grandmother) and I think Aunt Ricky got it in the 60s. I'm not sure when my grandmother had this made. I would guess the 50s. It fits like a glove.

the detail on the neckline is beautiful

cool label

When I see this dress in the closet I think of my grandmother and how exotic she appeared to me. She passed away when I was very young (five or six) but I remember her distinctive regal air.
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See all the responses here on IFB

Thursday, June 16, 2011

FriendFriday. This is an opportunity for fashion and beauty bloggers to share their thoughts on a specific topic and read what others have to say on it. This week's subject is "share the recipe to your favorite seasonal dish.. the one you love to make and love to eat this time of the year."

Wednesday, June 15, 2011

She dubbed it 30 for 30.
My favorite Closet Community, Go Chic or Go Home is hosting a version of this, and I'm going to give it a whirl. At this point, I'm pulling items from my virtual closet onto my 30x30 page.

as you can see, I've got a brown/green/black/white color story developing

Scarves don't count in the tally of garments - at this point, I've got them there as reminders of what'll go with what. I'm thinking I'll take a more relaxed approach of: determining the 30 garments and tracking the 30 outfits BUT not trying to do it in 30 days. (Might not even post the outfits here until after I've finished.) I still need to upload pix of my leggings and such.
Will report back when I've finalized my 30!

Tuesday, June 14, 2011

At first, I was going to pass on this challenge. The neutrals being shown with neon seem to be primarily beige tones. And I don't do beige. (Even though SpyGirl can wear whatever she wants, she doesn't do beige either.)
But then I got to thinking about my pink and ochre
Pinterest Board:

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And then it dawned upon me that BROWN is a neutral (duh).
You've seen me with brown and neon lime. How about neon peach?
Let the rummaging in my closet begin!

This outfit came together accidentally.
3 events for the day: hospital appt, work + Motels gig @ Rhino Popup Store

I started with the skirt + black leggings + cmyk socks, thinking I was going to don the "clown" look While looking for the clown tee, I came across this Paul Frank flying V tank top. Better than the clown -- a guitar theme for gig!
The head thing is a fluffy red + lurex scarf that I tied onto my head 80s style. (With my short hair, my head gets cold at work when the AC kicks in). Originally I was going to use a Barbie Pink silk scarf, but found this first.

top half of outfit, shot using Mac Photobooth with oh so attractive blue computer glow. you can read the work-inappropriate verbiage on the top

Nobody seemed to notice what my Tee said (probably a good thing). It gave me strength dealing with a very mean nurse @ hospital.

Wednesday, June 8, 2011

It was a case of what pair of leggings was still clean that caused this combination. I usually pair this dress with a black tee and leggings, but all I had were the burgundy. The brown tee was "close enough"

too bad this graphic is on the back of the tee --
it coordinates so well with dress print!

so true, don't you think?

I'll be wearing this tee again on Sunday when I'm hosting a "Private Cupcake Tasting Event" in conjunction with my current art exhibition at TAG Gallery.
If you live Los Angeles - adjacent, consider attending! All you need to do is show up at the gallery bearing 2-4 gourmet cupcakes per guest. It will be an afternoon of pure gluttony, beginning at 2pm, Sunday, June 12.
Bergamot Station Art Complex, D3, 2525 Michigan Ave, Santa Monica, CA.
free parking (a rare thing in Santa Monica)